Is it OK to install Electronic Rust Protection?

When I purchased my Prius in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the dealer actually offered an electronic rust protection gadget. There have been numerous documentaries debunking such gadgets.

Tomorrow I'll try to remember to swing by the dealer and look up the name of that gadget. They do claim to offer a guarantee.

BTW: I can understand being concerned about rust here, as plenty of calcium chloride is spread on the roads in winter to deal with the ice and snow. Don't you live in a hot and dry country, or do you live on the coast and are exposed to salt in the air?

 

I don't know here in the US rust proofing is standard at the factory. It is dieing. I would guess that the factory provided adequate rust proofing. FWIW

 

John:

You have a wonderful home.

I would imagine you have to be concerned about exposure to salt due to close proximity to the ocean. Cars can quickly rust in such an environment, and other things like exterior air conditioning condensers will also corrode unless routinely washed down.

I'll try to get the information today. I have the day off after the business trip and will be taking my parents out for lunch.

jay

 

They are getting better but if you live in the Rust Belt (Long winters with heavy application of calcium chloride to control ice and snow on the roads) you will notice rust after 4-5 years.

I've had most of my vehicles Rust Checked, which is an annual application of oil to the frame and panels:

http://www.rustcheck.com

I've noticed at least around Winnipeg that many 1999 and 2000 GMC pickups already have exterior rust on the bottom quarter panels of their extended cabs, and the box behind the rear tires.

So the manufacturer may claim to be doing a better job at rust prevention, and they slowly are, but the new vehicles are not "rust proof" by any means. I think I'll get my Prius Rust Checked soon.

 

John:

I forgot to post this last night. Here is the gadget that Toyota dealers in Winnipeg are offering their customers:

http://www.capfinalcoat.com/products/elect...protection.html

Hope this helps.

jay

 

US $36,567.28 is a lot more than I'd have invested in my Prius...

(I think it was $25,500 including ToyoGard package and sales tax...)

 

Here's what I found with a simple google: http://www.corrosion-doctors.org/Car/car-e...-protection.htm